Barbie

  • Young
  • Female
  • Small

About Barbie

Los Angeles, CA

Breed

Physical Traits

Young
(1-3 years)
Female
Small
(0-25 lbs)

Behavior

House-trained: No

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
No

Barbie’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

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Barbie's Story

Breed: Chihuahua mix<br/>Age: 1 yr.<br/>Weight: 7 lbs.<br/>Good with dogs: yes<br/>Good with cats: unsure<br/>Good with kids: unsure<br/>Energy level: unsure<br/>Good with men/strangers: yes<br/>Hypoallergenic: no<br/><br/>Special home requirements or medical: another playful dog in the home would be best<br/><br/>Additional info:<br/><br/>*PLEASE READ ENTIRE BIO. THIS IS A FERAL DOG*<br/><br/>Barbie is an adorable, smart, playful and healthy terrier mix who loves toys, jumping and climbing (she may be less than a year old). However, she had a rough start in life and was rescued from a hoarding situation, so she trusts other dogs and is working on trusting people. At the hoarder, she was living in filth with about 100 other dogs in a single home. Since being rescued, she has been decompressing in her loving foster home with another senior dog. She makes a lot of eye contact, responds to verbal correction, and has been good about using puppy pads and going outside in an enclosed yard. <br/><br/>However, Barbie does not yet trust people -- she wants to, but it will take time and patience before she will let you get close. And so far, she has not submitted to being touched, picked up or hand-fed any treats. She would definitely do better with another playful dog to show her the ropes. Also, typical of terriers -- she is an escape artist, climber and talker, though she does not bark incessantly -- only enough to make sure you understand what she wants. She sleeps quietly through the night in her crate or pen and loves food, but she needs a human with experience with dogs who have not had much contact with people and needs training.<br/><br/>If you are not ready to adopt just yet and would like to help in other ways, please consider clicking on the green “Sponsor Me” button above to help this dog receive the best care we can give. We rely on the generosity of others to make rescuing dogs possible.<br/><br/>IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN ADOPTING THIS DOG, PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE READ THE DOG'S INFORMATION CAREFULLY. ONCE YOU HAVE DONE SO, PLEASE DO THE FOLLOWING:<br/>1. Visit www.dogswithoutborders.org<br/>2. Then fill out an online ADOPTION APPLICATION - http://dogswithoutborders.org/adopt-a-dog/adoption-application/<br/>3. Please wait to hear from our representative in approximately 48 hours on weekdays.<br/>4. To learn more about our adoption process, please look up our Adoption FAQ’s. - http://dogswithoutborders.org/adopt-a-dog/adoption-faq/

Breed: Chihuahua mix
Age: 1 yr.
Weight: 7 lbs.
Good with dogs: yes
Good with cats: unsure
Good with kids: unsure
Energy level: unsure
Good with men/strangers: yes
Hypoallergenic: no

Special home requirements or medical: another playful dog in the home would be best

Additional info:

*PLEASE READ ENTIRE BIO. THIS IS A FERAL DOG*

Barbie is an adorable, smart, playful and healthy terrier mix who loves toys, jumping and climbing (she may be less than a year old). However, she had a rough start in life and was rescued from a hoarding situation, so she trusts other dogs and is working on trusting people. At the hoarder, she was living in filth with about 100 other dogs in a single home. Since being rescued, she has been decompressing in her loving foster home with another senior dog. She makes a lot of eye contact, responds to verbal correction, and has been good about using puppy pads and going outside in an enclosed yard.

However, Barb

Breed: Chihuahua mix
Age: 1 yr.
Weight: 7 lbs.
Good with dogs: yes
Good with cats: unsure
Good with kids: unsure
Energy level: unsure
Good with men/strangers: yes
Hypoallergenic: no

Special home requirements or medical: another playful dog in the home would be best

Additional info:

*PLEASE READ ENTIRE BIO. THIS IS A FERAL DOG*

Barbie is an adorable, smart, playful and healthy terrier mix who loves toys, jumping and climbing (she may be less than a year old). However, she had a rough start in life and was rescued from a hoarding situation, so she trusts other dogs and is working on trusting people. At the hoarder, she was living in filth with about 100 other dogs in a single home. Since being rescued, she has been decompressing in her loving foster home with another senior dog. She makes a lot of eye contact, responds to verbal correction, and has been good about using puppy pads and going outside in an enclosed yard.

However, Barbie does not yet trust people -- she wants to, but it will take time and patience before she will let you get close. And so far, she has not submitted to being touched, picked up or hand-fed any treats. She would definitely do better with another playful dog to show her the ropes. Also, typical of terriers -- she is an escape artist, climber and talker, though she does not bark incessantly -- only

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How To Adopt

Barbie was listed as adoptable by Dogs Without Borders
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IF INTERESTED IN A DOG, PLEASE FILL OUT AN APPLICATION. EMAIL INQUIRIES WILL SLOW DOWN OUR RESPONSE TIME. All adoptions require a home-check! WE DO NOT SHIP DOGS! Out of state adopters must come to Los Angeles to pick up. Adult dogs - apply to adopt at dwb.pw/adopt-app and take your new dog home for a FREE Trial week. We will supply food, medical and supplies. At the end of the week return the dog or ADOPT! Adult dogs over 1yr are $325 Puppies - Straight adoptions only, you must be prepared for puppy life! 2-6 months old $425 6-12 months old $375 To adopt a dog please fill out an application on our website at dwb.pw/adopt-app

Barbie is from Dogs Without Borders

[Los Angeles, CA]

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